WORKER’S COMPENSATION

Do you have a case? When should you file?

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Do You Have a Case?

If you have been injured in an accident caused by the negligence, recklessness, or otherwise illegal actions of someone else, you may have the right to monetary recovery. Similarly, if you were injured at work, or have suffered a work-related injury or illness of any kind, you may be entitled to monetary compensation from your employer.

Depending on your case, your recovery may include:

• Medical bills

• Lost wages

• Loss of future wages or earning capacity

• Pain and suffering

• Out-of-pocket expenses

• Possibly punitive damages.

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Can I Sue My Employer?

Some workplace accidents are the result of employer negligence. They are accidents that were waiting to happen due to unsafe conditions in the workplace. If your employer was at fault for your injury, you may wonder, "Can I sue my employer?" While the answer is no in most cases, there are times when you can.

•If your injury was caused by extreme negligence on the part of your employer, you may have the right to sue.

•If your injury was caused by a third party at your workplace, you could sue the third party.

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Injured At Work? What Do You Do?

1. REPORT YOUR INJURY TO YOUR EMPLOYER: You need to have the accident and all variables contributing to the accident documented by your employer.

2. DEMAND MEDICAL ATTENTION: Your employer is obligated to provide medical attention for your industrial injury. You’ll likely be sent to their doctor, so…

3. TALK WITH AN ATTORNEY: With experienced legal help, your medical treatments will be in your best interest.

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Worker’s Comp After Termination?

If you have been fired following a workplace injury, you are still entitled to workers' compensation. You may also have a

wrongful termination case against your employer.

It is illegal for employers to terminate workers in retaliation for filing a workers' compensation claim.

Unfortunately, some employers look for an excuse to terminate injured workers.

Post-Termination Claims

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What Do You Need To File A Claim?

Suffering an on-the-job injury can be the beginning

of a difficult and possibly overwhelming process.

Knowing what to do and when to do it can be the key

to you securing the full workers' compensation benefits you deserve.

File a California WC Claim

Steps that you should take to ensure that you receive your full benefits include: •SEEK emergency medical treatment, if needed. • INFORM your employer of your injury as soon as possible, but no later than 30 days after your injury. •FILE a claim. •SECURE a medical diagnosis and alternative diagnoses if you feel them necessary.

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